Chapter 136
Chapter 136: Difference in position
Han Shuo was flabbergasted when he saw the old man get to his feet and walk over. He hadn’t discovered it when the old man was sitting, but when the old man drew himself up straight, he immediately appeared extraordinarily awe inspiring. His body was tall and fit, and didn’t appear old and clumsy in the slightest.
Phoebe pinched Han Shuo covertly, wanting him to hurry and apologize. Lawrence, on the other side, kept throwing glances at Han Shuo, seeming to urge him into an apology to the old man.
When he saw the old man walk over, Han Shuo said with a rueful smile, “Your ears are truly sensitive, but I didn’t say anything bad about you, just wanted to introduce a good companion to you in your old age.”
“Oh? Now this is a bit interesting. I didn’t think you’d be so kindhearted.” The old man walked over and flicked a glance at Han Shuo, one that sent chills running through his heart. He then pointed at Phoebe and smiled, “Do you mean this beautiful lady? If it’s her, I’d be very happy to, heh heh!”
Han Shuo was immediately gobsmacked by these words as Phoebe’s face turned bright red. She flung a vicious glance at Han Shuo, seeming to blame him for playing with fire.
“No, this lady is noticeably unsuitable for your age. I was thinking that this old granny is more suitable for you.” Han Shuo felt that his aura was a bit blocked when he faced this old man. He opened his mouth and continued spouting off random nonsense in an effort to shake off that oppressing feeling.
On the other side, Lawrence appeared a bit anxious and continued sending certain looks at Han Shuo. However, he was still a bit too late as Han Shuo spoke his mind.
“Such a rude thing lacking breeding and vision. In what way am I a good match for this old thing? Are you seeking death?!” Valerie was exceedingly angry as she bawled out at Han Shuo with a violent look. She also glared at the elder as well for good measure.
“Little fellow, you must be joking. Although I’m not young, I’m noticeably younger than this madame. I think she’d be more suited for my late grandfather.” When the elder heard Valerie also curse at him, he actually merrily riposted in the same manner.
Lawrence’s words seemed to point at something, particularly that last glance at Han Shuo. This made Han Shuo feel that Lawrence seemed to have discovered something, but to Han Shuo, his relationship with Phoebe was the fake one, and thus he wasn’t afraid of Lawrence telling Phoebe about his relationship with Emily. He felt that he was on firm ground at heart and wasn’t panicked.
“Little Phoebe, you didn’t offend old Hahn, did you?” Finance Minister Eevee looked at Phoebe and spoke with a bit of worry after Hahn and Emily had left.
“Never mind Phoebe’s matters, heh heh. Go back to whatever you were busy with and don’t worry. I’ll take care of things here.” Lawrence stood by the side and suddenly spoke up.
Eevee seemed to listen very much to Lawrence as he nodded and didn’t say much else after Lawrence had opened his mouth. He left with a slight smile.
“Don’t worry, Master Hahn isn’t someone who confuses right from wrong. He won’t make trouble for you, I can promise that. The ball has already started, the two of you can go enjoy yourselves.” Lawrence spoke with a small smile at Han Shuo and Phoebe after Eevee had left.
“Mm, understood senior brother.” Phoebe smiled and pulled on Han Shuo’s arm, seeming to say randomly, “Come, dance with me.”
Han Shuo started and said a bit frantically, “Forget it, I don’t know how to dance, not at all!”
Phoebe started and hesitated. Just as she was about to give up, her eyebrow suddenly lifted and she said a bit mischievously, “No problem, I can teach you. It’s really simple.”
“Forget it, I’m really stupid. It won’t be good for me to embarrass you in front of everyone.” Han Shuo shook his head and declined with a wry smile.
Her slender, white neck rising up, Phoebe said with a bit of a pout, “What did you promise me before? Don’t try to change the subject.”
Phoebe wrapped her hands firmly around Han Shuo’s arm after she’d spoken, with no thought of whether or not Han Shuo had agreed. She tugged him in the direction of dance floor, not giving him the chance to decline.